How long do planning decisions take near High Casterton?

The average planning decision time near High Casterton is 26 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near High Casterton?

The planning approval rate near High Casterton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near High Casterton?

The most common type of planning application near High Casterton is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near High Casterton?

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High Casterton, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near High Casterton, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £332,400 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Lancaster
Parliamentary constituency: Morecambe and Lunesdale
LSOA: Lancaster 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near High Casterton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near High Casterton.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for High Casterton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near High Casterton.

- Land at Bees Nest Farmstead, Wandales Lane, Casterton, LA6 2JN
Full planning permission for erection of agricultural worker’s dwelling including access track, landscaping and associated works; together with installation of solar panels to roof, air source heat pu
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2026-03-13
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A brief summary of High Casterton in Cumbria

High Casterton is a settlement located in Cumbria, England.

Property prices in High Casterton show an average sale price of £332,400, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes High Casterton a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around High Casterton includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: YORKSHIRE DALES. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in High Casterton

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near High Casterton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near High Casterton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near High Casterton were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

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